Product Description
The Kershaw Livewire Tanto (9000T) brings heavy-duty piercing power to Kershaw’s premier out-the-front (OTF) platform. A collaboration with custom knife designer Matt Diskin, this USA-made automatic is engineered for those who demand a tactical edge and superior mechanical reliability. By combining an aggressive tanto profile with the industry-leading CPM MagnaCut super steel, the Livewire Tanto is a high-performance tool built to handle the most rigorous tasks with ease.
The 3.3-inch blade features a rugged BlackWash™ finish, designed to hide scratches and maintain a stealthy, non-reflective appearance. The tanto blade shape provides a reinforced tip for high-force piercing, while the flat-ground edge remains surgical for precision slicing. The black-anodized 6061-T6 aluminum handle is meticulously contoured for a "locked-in" grip and features a curved, staircase-like thumb slide finished in charcoal gray Cerakote. This ergonomic slide provides instantaneous, double-action deployment and retraction that is significantly more comfortable than traditional OTF designs.
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Revolutionary CPM MagnaCut Steel: The premier choice for high-end knives (62-64 HRC), offering a legendary balance of toughness, edge retention, and extreme rust resistance.
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Aggressive Tanto Geometry: Engineered for maximum piercing strength and tactical utility, featuring a reinforced secondary edge for heavy-duty work.
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Rugged BlackWash™ Finish: A durable, pre-worn finish that hides the scuffs of everyday use and eliminates glare in tactical environments.
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Smooth Double-Action OTF: The precision internal locking mechanism allows for lightning-fast, one-handed operation with minimal thumb fatigue.
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USA-Made Precision: Proudly manufactured in Tualatin, Oregon, featuring a reversible black deep-carry pocket clip for discreet, ambidextrous carry.
Specifications:
| Product Type | OTF | |
| Brand | Kershaw | |
| Product Name | Livewire | |
| Model # | 9000T | |
| Overall Length (in) | 8.1 | |
| Closed Length (in) | 4.8 | |
| Blade Length (in) | 3.3 | |
| Blade Thickness (in) | 0.125 | |
| Handle Thickness (in) | 0.48 | |
| Blade Material | CPM-MagnaCut | |
| Blade Hardness (HRC) | 62-64 | |
| Blade Style | Tanto | |
| Blade Edge | Plain | |
| Blade Grind | Flat | |
| Blade Finish | Blackwashed | |
| Handle Material | Aluminum | |
| Handle Color | Black | |
| Opener | Double-Action Thumb Slide | |
| Clip Position | Tip-Down, Left / Right Carry | |
| Weight (oz) | 3.1 | |
| Origin | USA | |
| Designer | Matt Diskin | |
| Blade Range | 3-3.49 |